Roanoke City to fund new medic unit Gene Marrano April 17, 2018 1 min read Roanoke City’s proposed 292 million dollar budget includes money for a new emergency squad. City Manager Bob Cowell says the Fire-EMS department has been dealing increased calls for service in recent years: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Tax March tonight will advocate for fairer dealNext: Cobb: expand Valley Metro Bus Service for “3 More Hours” Related Stories 1 min read Sidewalk Sale returns to downtown Roanoke Gene Marrano August 19, 2025 1 min read Roanoke City Police officials discuss crime data center Clark Palmer August 19, 2025 4 min read Spanberger lead over Earle-Sears narrows Clark Palmer August 19, 2025